Morrison v. Kentucky Bus Lines, Inc.

MONTGOMERY, Judge.

Joseph M. Morrison sued Kentucky Bus Lines, Inc., to recover damages for injuries alleged to have been sustained while riding as a passenger on a bus. It is claimed that the driver “negligently operated” the bus so as to cause appellant “to be thrown and jerked” against a seat. The jury returned a verdict for the bus company. Morrison appeals and urges that: (1) The verdict is contrary to the law and the evidence, and (2) the court did not instruct the jury properly.

Appellant purchased a ticket for Louisville and boarded the bus at Clarkson. The bus was equipped with a row…